Durable Medical Equipment Re-Use Program, State of Maryland

About Durable Medical Equipment Re-Use Program, State of Maryland

The Durable Medical Equipment Re-Use Program operates from a central warehouse in Cheltenham, Maryland, under the Maryland Department of Aging. The program was established by the state to address mobility and safety needs for residents, though a specific founding year is not published. It functions as a statewide government service rather than a private enterprise, with no individual founders named. The program collects donated durable medical equipment, sanitizes and repairs it, then redistributes it through a network of more than a dozen distribution centers across Maryland. Inventory is divided into two categories: Basic DME — including canes, crutches, walkers, rollators, shower chairs, tub transfer benches, bedside commodes, and toilet safety rails — and Complex DME — including manual and power wheelchairs, power scooters, home hospital beds, and mechanical lifts. All equipment is provided at no cost to the recipient. The service is available to any Maryland resident with an illness, injury, or disability, regardless of age or insurance status. The program was created to improve quality of life by helping residents stay mobile, safe, and connected in their homes and communities. It removes financial barriers by providing equipment free of charge and does not require a prescription for basic items, while complex items require input from a qualified medical professional for safety.

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Cheltenham, Maryland

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• Medical Device Manufacturers in Maryland

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